St Columba's Church

Sligo, Ireland

St Columba's Church in Drumcliff is best known for its association with William Butler Yeats, who was buried in the churchyard in 1948, having previously been buried close to where he died, in France.

The church is also noted for being a fine example of neo-Gothic architecture, having been built using money from the Board of First Fruits in 1809.

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Drumcliff, Sligo, Ireland
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Founded: 1809
Category: Religious sites in Ireland

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Quiet place in Rosses Point with wonderful views. It is almost always open and you can go inside.
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